Definition of dentition
1 : the development and cutting of teeth
2 : the character of a set of teeth especially with regard to their number, kind, and arrangement — see tooth illustration
3 : teeth
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While Microleo was unique for being petite, Whollydooleya stands out for its extreme dentition, specifically, its blade-like teeth.
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Most weasels have dentition more typical of carnivores, with a few sharp, slicing teeth and fewer, smaller molars, which other animals use to grind plants.
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Origin and Etymology of dentition
Latin dentition-, dentitio, from dentire to cut teeth, from dent-, dens
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